Tamarind Pork Belly Rice Bowls
Tamarind Pork Belly Rice Bowls offer a delightful fusion of flavors, combining tender, caramelized pork belly with a tangy tamarind sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Nestled on a bed of fluffy rice and garnished with fresh green onions, this dish transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties. Elevate your cooking experience with this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees restaurant-quality results at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork belly
- 3 tbsp tamarind paste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cups long-grain or jasmine rice (uncooked)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything on the countertop for better organization.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add diced pork belly and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the crispy pork belly in the skillet and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until sticky and delicious.
- Cook rice according to package instructions; fluff when done.
- Serve the fluffy rice in bowls topped with tamarind-coated pork belly and garnish with sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Marinate the pork belly in tamarind paste for at least two hours to enhance flavor. - Substitute chicken thighs or firm tofu for the pork to accommodate different dietary preferences.